What should I do if I experience intestinal gas backing up into my extremities and coming out through my pores, despite not being on any medications and having a clean colonoscopy result?

June 25th, 2023

I tested positive for gonorrhea and my doctor wants me to take an HIV test. How can I get HIV from gonorrhea? I've had gonorrhea for about a week, finished antibiotics, and received a vaccine. I've also had chlamydia treated in the past six weeks. I'm heterosexual, use condoms, but had unprotected oral sex.

February 18th, 2024

I am 65 years old and had a hysterectomy at 48. I have been on HRT patches since 49. Over the last year, I have noticed my clitoris has become almost non-existent, which was always prominent. This has made our sex life more challenging. I am generally healthy, with excellent blood pressure, hypothyroidism controlled by medication, and celiac disease controlled by diet. What could be causing this change, and what should I do about it?

November 24th, 2023

I have pulsatile tinnitus, pressure headaches around and behind the eyes, especially on the left side, pain on the left side of my neck where the carotid vein is, and pressure pain that has started traveling down my chest. These symptoms worsen with activity and bending down. I'm 35 years old and live in Canada, where seeing a specialist takes months. What could these symptoms be, and what tests or specialists should I consider?

September 12th, 2023

My husband is taking APO-Sulfatrim DS 800/160 MG for a urinary tract infection and is experiencing pain with difficulty urinating. He also takes FLOMAX for a prostate problem. Can he take aspirin or ibuprofen to address the pain?

April 21st, 2023